Sharp Watch Shout Out: Alpina Men's Startimer Pilot 1920s Heritage Limited Edition Automatic

Sometimes a humble field or aviator's watch can represent a big step up for a watch collection.  One such luxury tool watch is the Alpina Men's Startimer Pilot 1920s Heritage Limited Edition, 3-Hand Swiss Automatic. In the $700 to $1000 price range, this watch would certainly represent a major stretch for most budget conscious watch collectors. However, the watch offers a bona fide Swiss heritage dating back to 1883, the prestige of a Swiss Automatic, and an unexpected feature.

The Alpina Men's Startimer Pilot (Amazon Photo)

While this watch is billed as an aviation-inspired watch, it's simple style also looks a bit like a field watch. But, the surprise feature is a hinged back cover that flips up to reveal a transparent caseback and the watch's Swiss AL-525 base movement.

The Alpina Men's Startimer Pilot - Transparent Caseback (Amazon Photo)

I think this is just the coolest feature and find this watch very appealing.  While the price is high and in the upper reaches of my horological dreams, it is a relative bargain in the world of Swiss watches.  I just think it looks totally cool.  That's why it earns a sharp watch shout out!

If you'd like to check it out, you can find the Alpina Men's Startimer Pilot here on Amazon.com.